西光寺

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西光寺, Buddhist temple in Chofu, Japan.

The temple buildings display traditional Japanese wooden architecture with curved roofs and intricate post-and-lintel construction methods throughout the complex.

The temple earned its Municipal Cultural Property designation due to the preservation of its original structural elements and religious artifacts from previous centuries.

The temple maintains an active schedule of Buddhist ceremonies and meditation sessions, connecting local residents with traditional spiritual practices.

Visitors can access the temple grounds daily from sunrise to sunset, with special arrangements required for participation in religious ceremonies.

The temple grounds contain specific areas designated for ancestral ceremonies, incorporating traditional stone markers and memorial tablets.

Location: Chofu

Address: 東京都調布市上石原1-28-3

GPS coordinates: 35.65806,139.52972

Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:05

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